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clique Synonyms

Another word for clique

Choosing another word for clique depends on context, so the 12 synonyms and similar words below are separated across 2 exact definitions and ranked by match strength.
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• noun (Context 1)

A small, close-knit group of people who share common interests and do not readily allow others to join them.

Usage Example

"The new student found it difficult to make friends because the school was divided into rigid social cliques."

Strongest
coterie
Strong
cabal
inner circle
circle
faction
set
crowd
Weak
pack
clan

• verb (Context 2)

To form or associate in an exclusive group or clique.

Usage Example

"During the conference, attendees from the same university tended to band together together in the lounge."

Strong
band together
fraternize
Weak
consort

Opposites of clique

The opposite of clique shifts depending on context. Common opposites include:

disband
separate
See all opposites of clique

• Nearby Words

clipper
clippers
clipping
clique
cliquey
cliquiness
cliquish

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Wordmom. (2026). Synonyms for Clique. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/synonyms/clique
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